Description
Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III (Japanese, 1786-1865). Japanese yakusha-e (actor) woodblock print depicting the actor Nakamura Fusuke I as Katsuma Shintaro, from the story "Kaizoden no uchi (Monstrous Rats)," Edo period, 19th century. Depicting a man and figure with hat over head wrestling with a monumental rat. Publisher seals along the lower right.
Height: 14 1/2 in x width: 9 1/2 in.
Height: 14 1/2 in x width: 9 1/2 in.
Condition
The sheet is possibly trimmed and lightly toned. Some light wear along the edges. The work is not framed.
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Kunisada/Toyokuni III Actor & Rat Woodblock Print
Estimate $300-$600
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This auction is curated by:
Sean BlanchetAsian Art Specialist
Robert SnellPaintings and Sculpture Specialist
Arts of Asia
Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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